Corporate Blogwww2.stampinup.com/home/urn:uuid:ce1e1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/08/23/watercolor-stamping-techniqueUser Not FoundWatercolor Stamping Technique8/23/2016 5:24:22 PM<p>Personally I'm a huge fan of watercolor techniques, and luckily there are many different techniques to choose from. Today I'm going to use the "watercolor stamping technique." This is an easy technique which you can use for big background stamps like the one I'm going to use today, the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141917&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141917&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Diagonal Stripe Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 141917).</p> <p><span style="line-height: 1.5;"><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]811e1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/chantal-de-kaste-(1).jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Chantal de Kaste (1)" title="Chantal de Kaste (1)"><br> </span><br>
I started out with three different colors per card. For the blue one I picked <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126970&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126970&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Night of Navy</a>&nbsp;(item 126970), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126986&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126986&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Island Indigo</a>&nbsp;(item 126986), and <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126982&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126982&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Pool Party</a>&nbsp;(item 126982). For the pink/red one I used <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126949&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126949&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Real Red</a>&nbsp;(item 126949), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138323&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138323&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Watermelon Wonder</a>&nbsp;(item 138323), and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=131172&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=131172&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Blushing Bride</a>&nbsp;(item 131172). The colors were selected because they range from dark to bright. When coloring the stamp, make sure that you do this with the stamp showing upwards so that you can see what you&rsquo;re doing. Take the darkest ink pad and start inking the first stripe. Then do the same with the middle color but cover the next stripe first with a piece of paper to avoid contact with this color. Use the brightest color for the last stripe.</span></p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]911e1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/chantal-de-kaste-(2).jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Chantal de Kaste (2)" title="Chantal de Kaste (2)"></span></p> <p>Once the whole stamp is inked, use a <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126185&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126185&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Stampin&rsquo; Spritzer</a>&nbsp;(item 126185) filled with water and spray it over the surface of the entire stamp. Then take a piece of <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=122959&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=122959&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Watercolor Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 122959) cut to size, which you press onto the stamp using a <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102300&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102300&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Bone Folder</a>&nbsp;(item 102300) so that it absorbs the ink. This is how you create a watercolor background using a stamp.</p> <p>Now it's time to add some text and embellishments to the background. I started off using the embossing tool technique with a stamp from the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141749&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141749&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Swirly Bird Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 141749) and <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102283&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102283&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Versamark ink</a>&nbsp;(item 102283). On one card I used <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109132&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109132&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">White Stampin&rsquo; Emboss Powder</a>&nbsp;(item 109132) and on the other <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141636&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141636&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Copper Stampin&rsquo; Emboss Powder</a>&nbsp;(item 141636). I used the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=129053&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=129053&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Heat Tool</a>&nbsp;(item 129053) to melt the powder.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]a11e1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/chantal-de-kaste-(3).jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Chantal de Kaste (3)" title="Chantal de Kaste (3)"></span></p> <p>The <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141489&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141489&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Sunshine Wishes Thinlits</a>&nbsp;(item 141489) and the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141497&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141497&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Swirly Scribbles Thinlits</a>&nbsp;(item 141497) are used here with <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=100730&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=100730&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Whisper White Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item 100730) to decorate the card. Also, the sentiments from the aforementioned set are used with <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140550&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140550&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Blushing Bride Glimmer Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 140550) and <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135314&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135314&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Silver Glimmer Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 135314). The Silver Glimmer Paper is colored with <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=131262&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=131262&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Island Indigo marker</a>&nbsp;(item 131262) to match the background.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]b11e1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/chantal-de-kaste-(4).jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Chantal de Kaste (4)" title="Chantal de Kaste (4)"></span></p> <p>For the finishing touches I used the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139083&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139083&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Handheld Stapler</a>&nbsp;(item 139083), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=119246&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=119246&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Basic Jewels Rhinestones</a>&nbsp;(item 119246), and <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138402&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138402&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=watercolor-stamping-technique">Silver Metallic Thread</a>&nbsp;(item 138402).</p> <p>Have fun with this technique!<br> <br> </p> <p>Chantal de Kaste<br> <span style="line-height: 1.5;">Artisan Design Team 2015&ndash;2016&nbsp;</span></p> <em>*Chantal de Kaste, one of our talented Artisan Design team members, is from the Netherlands.</em>urn:uuid:07291a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/08/25/creating-there-s-no-right-or-wrong-way-to-share-what-you-loveUser Not FoundCreating: There’s No Right or Wrong Way to Share What You Love8/25/2016 8:19:56 PM<p>Wanna know what I love the most about Stampin&rsquo; Up! products? There&rsquo;s no right or wrong way to create!</p> <p>Use a sheet of 12"x 12" <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryID=12201" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryID=12201">Designer Series Paper</a> for some quick wrapping. Give that old photo frame new life by covering it with any one of the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryid=11403" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryid=11403">Designer Washi Tape&rsquo;s</a> we offer. And the mind boggles with the plethora of uses you can come up with for an empty <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=119105" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=119105">stamp case.</a> </p> <p>But, have you ever considered alternate uses for the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=12500" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=12500">Project Life by Stampin&rsquo; Up!</a> card collections? Stampin&rsquo; Up!&rsquo;s very own CEO, Sara Douglass, shared some great ideas on a local lifestyle TV show. </p> <p>Check out her ideas and see if they spark any of your own! Remember, there&rsquo;s no wrong way to create!</p> <p><iframe frameborder="0" scrolling="no" src="http://eplayer.clipsyndicate.com/embed/iframe?aspect_ratio=16x9&amp;auto_next=0&amp;auto_start=17&amp;page_count=1&amp;pf_id=9207&amp;rel=0&amp;show_title=0&amp;va_id=6527960&amp;volume=8 width=" height="410" width="510"></iframe><br>
*Video begins playing after 17 seconds</p> <p>Rachel J.<br> <br>
PR Specialist<br>
Stampin&rsquo; Up!</p>urn:uuid:472d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/08/29/bits-piecesUser Not FoundBits & Pieces8/29/2016 1:00:00 PM<p>There&rsquo;s an old proverb that says &ldquo;Seeing is believing.&rdquo; In other words, one needs to physically see something before it can be accepted as real. I truly wouldn&rsquo;t have to see it to believe that most of you have something that looks a bit like this . . . your very own collection of what I call Bits &amp; Pieces!</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]32121a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/photo-128121a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Photo 1" title="Photo 1"></span></p> <p>I save every cast-off die cut&mdash;something that just didn&rsquo;t work at the time. I vow to use it on the next project or the one after, but I don&rsquo;t, and before long there are lots and lots of Bits &amp; Pieces. I wanted to try to use them in a useful way, so I started with a bit of sorting&mdash;and then layering. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]44121a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/photo-23a121a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Photo 2" title="Photo 2"></span></p> <p>Then, using a few embellishments or simple stamped sentiments, adorable note cards and gift packaging were made quickly and easily!</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]ba121a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/photo-34c121a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Photo 3" title="Photo 3"></span></p> <p>For the bag I created a tag made using die cuts from <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141820&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141820&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Sliding Star Framelits</a>&nbsp;(item 141820), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141477&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141477&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Birds &amp; Blooms Thinlits</a>&nbsp;(item 141477), and <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141478&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141478&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Flourish Thinlits</a>&nbsp;(item 141478) in Watermelon Wonder, Night of Navy, and Old Olive Cardstock. The <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135826&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135826&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Petite Caf&eacute; Gift Bag</a>&nbsp;(item 135826) is wrapped with <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141433&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141433&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Watermelon Wonder 5/8" Mini Striped Ribbon</a>&nbsp;(item 141433) and the tag is tied on with <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=104199&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=104199&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Linen Thread</a>&nbsp;(item 104199); <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141486&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141486&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Whisper White Mini Pompom Trim</a>&nbsp;(item 141486) is also included as a fun accent. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Next, the simple card uses Night of Navy and Cucumber Crush Cardstock and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141632&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141632&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Affectionately Yours Specialty Designer Series Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 141632) die-cut accents made using <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133723&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133723&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Stars Framelits</a>&nbsp;(item 133723), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140625&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140625&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Botanical Builder Framelits</a>&nbsp;(item 140625), and <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138135&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138135&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Bold Butterflies Framelits</a>&nbsp;(item 138135). The simple &ldquo;Congratulations&rdquo;<em> </em>sentiment from the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141534&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141534&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Flourishing Phrases Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 141534) works perfectly with the silver <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138392&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138392&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Metallic Foil Doily</a>&nbsp;(item 138392) and both a <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138394&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138394&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Metal Rimmed Pearl</a>&nbsp;(item 138394) and <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=119247&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=119247&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Pearl Basic Jewels</a>&nbsp;(item 119247).</p> <p>The final project here includes a <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141707&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141707&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Sweet &amp; Sassy Framelits</a>&nbsp;(item 141707) die cut accent using <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141697&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141697&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">2015&ndash;2017 In Color Envelope Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 141697) and a Flourish Thinlits die cut accent in <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133719&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133719&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Gold Glimmer Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 133719). Embellished with a <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141674&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141674&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">2015&ndash;2017 In Color Doily</a>&nbsp;(141674) and a Flourishing Phrases sentiment embossed on Emerald Envy Cardstock, this sweet element is perfect attached to a <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141700&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141700&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Glassine Gift Bag</a>&nbsp;(item 141700).</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]cc121a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/photo-4c2121a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Photo 4" title="Photo 4"></span></p> <p>I was thrilled to find just what I needed in my Bits &amp; Pieces to create this coordinated card and gift box!&nbsp; The little note card is simply made using Sliding Star Framelits, Birds &amp; Blooms Thinlits, and <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141708&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141708&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Layering Squares Framelits</a>&nbsp;(item 141708) die cuts and a&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133719&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133719&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Gold Glimmer Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 133719) accent cut using the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133723&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133723&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Stars Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 133723). A touch of Sweet Sugarplum on the card inspired me to use the matching&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141428&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141428&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Sweet Sugarplum 3/8" Ruched Ribbon</a>&nbsp;(item 141428) to wrap the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141699&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141699&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Clear Tiny Treat Box</a>&nbsp;(item 141699)&mdash;where I also used die cuts from Birds &amp; Blooms Thinlits and Flourish Thinlits. Soft Sky, Vellum, Bermuda Bay, and Crushed Curry Cardstock are also used in this sweet project. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]de121a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/photo-6d4121a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Photo 6" title="Photo 6"></span></p> <p>Finally, I used <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=131527&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=131527&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Whisper White Note Cards &amp; Envelopes</a>&nbsp;(item 131527) to create this trio of note cards. Pieces include die-cut accents made using Flourish Thinlits, <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141490&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141490&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Everyday Jars Framelits</a>&nbsp;(item 141490), Layering Squares Framelits, <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141489&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141489&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Sunshine Wishes Thinlits</a>&nbsp;(item 141489), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140276&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140276&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">May Flowers Framelits</a>&nbsp;(item 140276), and Botanical Builders Framelits. I chose cuts from the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141657&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141657&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Playful Palette Designer Series Paper Stack</a>&nbsp;(item 141657), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141648&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141648&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Pop of Pink Specialty Designer Series Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 141648), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133674http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133674&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133674http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133674&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Kraft Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item Item 133674), and Gold Glimmer Paper&mdash;and Basic Black, Old Olive, and Soft Sky Cardstock. Embellishments include <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138416&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138416&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">White Perfect Accents</a>&nbsp;(item 138416), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138401&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138401&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Gold Metallic Thread</a>&nbsp;(item 138401), and stamped images with sentiments from the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139424&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139424&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Watercolor Wings</a>&nbsp;(item 139424), <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140697&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140697&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Rose Wonder</a>&nbsp;(item 140697), and <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140725&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140725&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=bits-&amp;-pieces">Sunburst Sayings</a>&nbsp;(item 140725) Stamp Sets. I love that these cards were built so randomly but look seriously lovely together!</p> <p>And now that you&rsquo;ve seen it I hope you believe it! Bits &amp; Pieces can easily become some of your favorite projects!&nbsp;<span style="line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Sue Plote<br> <span style="line-height: 1.5;">Artisan Design Team 2015&ndash;2016</span></p>urn:uuid:663b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/09/01/new-holiday-catalogUser Not FoundNew Holiday Catalog9/1/2016 9:19:31 PM<p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]5b3b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/holiday-2106-cover.png?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2016 Holiday Catalog" title="holiday-2106-cover"></span></p> <p>It seems like only yesterday that we announced the new annual catalog, and now we&rsquo;re announcing another one: the holiday catalog! Some of the most wonderful times of the year are coming soon, and celebrating those moments is easy and fun with our newest products. 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</february>urn:uuid:1b451a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/09/12/projects-filled-with-project-lifeUser Not FoundProjects Filled with Project Life9/12/2016 3:00:00 PM<p>Are you looking for new ways to use Project Life?</p> <p>I always like to look for new projects, and I tend to use my Project Life cards for more than just scrapbooking; for instance, today I decided to put together a few 4" x 4" note cards using the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141668&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141668&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life">Hello Lovely Project Life Card Collection</a>&nbsp;(item 141668). All of the cards are very simple and easy to put together. I used the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142687&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142687&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life">Hello Lovely Project Life Accessory Pack</a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>(item 142687) to complement the cards with a few embellishments.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]2c0d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/1220d1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="1" title="1"></span></p> <p>I used our <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135314&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135314&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life">Silver Glimmer Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 135314) and the <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140619&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140619&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life">Rose Garden Thinlits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 140619) to accent the cards. To create the little tags, I used <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=100702&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=100702&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life">Old Olive Cardstock</a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>(item 100702) along with some <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141682&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141682&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life">Basic Black Solid Baker&rsquo;s Twine</a>&nbsp;(item 141682). They&rsquo;re super-simple cards to put together as there&rsquo;s no stamping or cutting required. BONUS, right? That&rsquo;s the beauty of Project Life.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]3e0d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/2340d1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2" title="2"></span></p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]500d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/3460d1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="3" title="3"></span></p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]620d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/4580d1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="4" title="4"></span></p> <p>Now, to add in a little extra fun, I made a Project Life frame. I&rsquo;ve loved these kinds of projects lately, and I have decided to put together two walls of family love in our living room. Here is where this frame will be added.&nbsp;</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]740d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/56a0d1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="5" title="5"></span></p> <p>Last fall we had family photos taken at an old barn near our house. Gosh, I am such a fan of vintage settings for photos; they never fail, I find. We had just gotten our little puppy a few months prior, so it was a perfect time to snap the family. Our kids were the focal point in these photos&mdash;as they usually are! How can they not be when they are just so sweet together? These times are precious as they only last for so long.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]860d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/67c0d1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="6" title="6"></span></p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]980d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/78e0d1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="7" title="7"></span></p> <p>I used <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=129026&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=129026&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life">Fast Fuse Adhesive</a>&nbsp;(item 129026) to glue down each of the cards, and yes, this is a permanent adhesive, but I was okay with that. If you don&rsquo;t want it to be permanent, you can adhere the cards with Velcro&reg;; this lets you reuse the cards for another project. I also used <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=104430&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=104430&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=projects-filled-with-project-life">Stampin&rsquo; Dimensionals</a>&nbsp;(item 104430) to adhere some of the cards and doubled up on a few to create more of a pop.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]aa0d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/8a00d1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="8" title="8"></span></p> <p>I hope you enjoyed my projects today and that I was able to inspire you to make a fun project using Project Life. Don&rsquo;t be afraid to think outside the box; it will never fail to amaze you!</p> <p>Joyce Fowler<br> <span style="line-height: 1.5;">Artisan Design Team 2015&ndash;2016&nbsp;</span></p>urn:uuid:e5561a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/09/26/i-m-addicted-to-doilies-by-gollyUser Not FoundI’m Addicted to Doilies, By Golly9/26/2016 5:30:50 PM<p>I have a confession to make. It&rsquo;s hard for me to make a card without using a doily. I love how they instantly add a touch of polish without any cutting or stamping. They layer beautifully and are a simple, yet pretty way to highlight a focal image. Plus, they&rsquo;re an inexpensive way to embellish your cards (especially when you factor in the per unit cost, which amounts to only pennies).</p> <p>I was recently stamping with the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142134&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142134&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Be Jolly, By Golly Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 142134) and found myself using all of the doilies that Stampin&rsquo; Up! offers, so I thought I&rsquo;d share how you can use all three doily varieties with this fun set.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]81561a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/14b561a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="1" title="1"></span></p> <p>The <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141701&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141701&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Delicate White Doilies</a>&nbsp;(item 141701) coordinate with just about any color palette. I often use pieces of them rather than include the whole doily on one card.&nbsp; </p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]93561a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/289561a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2" title="2"></span></p> <p>For this first card, I cut the doily in half and layered the two pieces under a strip of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141984&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141984&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Real Red 3/4" Stitched Edge Ribbon</a>&nbsp;(item 141984) and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141981&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141981&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 141981). The focal image was embossed with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109129&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109129&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Gold Stampin&rsquo; Emboss Powder</a>&nbsp;(item 109129) and cut out with the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143263&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143263&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Big Shot</a>&nbsp;(item 143263) and a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Layering Circles Framelits Die</a>&nbsp;(item 141705). Some gold twine from the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141999&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141999&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Baker&rsquo;s Twine Trio Pack</a>&nbsp;(item 141999) was tied in a bow for a finishing touch. You&rsquo;ll notice that I&rsquo;m addicted to Baker&rsquo;s Twine, too, but that will have to be discussed in another post!</p> <p>Because you can never have too much of a good thing, it&rsquo;s fun to layer different doily styles, as well.&nbsp; With this next card, I layered a Cucumber Crush <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141674&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141674&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">2015&ndash;2017 In Color Doily</a>&nbsp;(item 141674) over a Delicate White Doily.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]b6561a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/3ac561a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="3" title="3"></span></p> <p>The card base was made by stamping the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141917&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141917&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Diagonal Stripe Stamp</a>&nbsp;(item 141917) with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102283&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102283&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Versamark ink</a>&nbsp;(item 102283) on a piece of <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102482&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102482&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Real Red Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item 102482).The doilies and Baker&rsquo;s Twine from <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141983&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141983&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Candy Cane Lane Baker&rsquo;s Twine</a>&nbsp;(item 141983) and the Baker&rsquo;s Twine Trio Pack were layered with a strip of <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141991&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141991&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Warmth &amp; Cheer Designer Series Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 141991) and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133719&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133719&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Gold Glimmer Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 133719). Some gold <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138390&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138390&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Metallic Sequins</a>&nbsp;(item 138390) and fun <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142002&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142002&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Mini Jingle Bells</a>&nbsp;(142002) were added as finishing touches. </p> <p>On this last card, I used one of the gold <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138392&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138392&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Metallic Foil Doilies</a>&nbsp;(item 138392). These come in two sizes (both gold and silver) and the larger one was used here.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]c8561a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/4be561a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="4" title="4"></span></p> <p>A piece of Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper was added to the card base, and a strip of Real Red 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon was looped underneath the focal image. This image was embossed with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142635&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142635&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Real Red Glitter Stampin&rsquo; Emboss Powder</a>&nbsp;(item 142635) and cut out with the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138281&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138281&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Lots of Labels Framelits Die</a>&nbsp;(item 138281).</p> <p>Some sprigs of holly from the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142061&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142061&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Holly Berry Happiness Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 142061) and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141843&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141843&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Holly Berry Punch</a>&nbsp;(item 141843) were then added with some gold Baker&rsquo;s Twine and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141680&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141680&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=i’m-addicted-to-doilies-by-golly">Brights Enamel Shapes</a>&nbsp;(item 141680).</p> <p>I hope these projects will inspire you to give all of the different doily styles that Stampin&rsquo; Up! offers a try.&nbsp; I&rsquo;d love to see how you incorporate these versatile accessories into your own projects!</p>
Amy O&rsquo;Neill<br>
Artisan Design Team 2015&ndash;2016urn:uuid:cb571a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/09/26/september-paper-pumpkin-something-good-to-eatUser Not FoundSeptember Paper Pumpkin: Something Good to Eat 9/26/2016 6:30:21 PMWhether you&rsquo;re planning Thanksgiving, Halloween, or other fall festivities, Paper Pumpkin has everything you need. This month&rsquo;s kit, Something Good to Eat, includes 16 food-safe treat tubes plus stamps, stickers, and embellishments to help you dress them up for any occasion.<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]7a571a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/Paper-Pumpkin/sept_pp.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Sept_PP" title="Sept_PP"></span><br> <br> <p>This kit comes together quickly so you can party right away. No tricks, just treats! Watch it in action at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/paperpumpkinvideo" src="https://www.youtube.com/user/paperpumpkinvideo">PumpkinHowTo.com</a>. </p> <p>While you&rsquo;re experimenting with your trendy treat tubes, don&rsquo;t forget to try some other projects. Here are some additional ideas to get you started. </p>
For instance, if you&rsquo;re going for a strictly spooky theme for Halloween, pull in some holiday catalog products like the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142026" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142026">Halloween Night Designer Washi Tape</a> and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142027" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142027">Baker&rsquo;s Twine</a>. Then, stamp the Jack-o&rsquo;-lantern face and bat from the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142236" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142236">Spooky Fun Photopolymer Stamp Set</a> using a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140931" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140931">Basic Black Archival Stampin&rsquo; Pad</a>.<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]88571a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/Paper-Pumpkin/pp_sept_alternates-4.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="PP_Sept_alternates-4" title="PP_Sept_alternates-4"><br> </span><br>
The stamps in the kit are great for cardmaking too! Use the sentiment to stamp a fun background and banner. To achieve a two-tone pumpkin, stamp the solid pumpkin image on some scrap paper first, then (without re-inking) stamp it again to get a lighter tone. (This technique is called stamping off and it&rsquo;s one that you can use again and again in your projects.) To finish, stamp the outline image on top of the solid image. (That&rsquo;s called two-step stamping, another technique you&rsquo;ll use a lot.)<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]96571a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/Paper-Pumpkin/pp_sept_alternates-2.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="PP_Sept_alternates-2" title="PP_Sept_alternates-2"><br> </span><br>
Here&rsquo;s another card with a completely different look, proving the versatility of this kit. When we were planning this stamp set, we couldn&rsquo;t help but &ldquo;oooh&rdquo; and &ldquo;ahhhh&rdquo; over this adorable little sunflower! Isn&rsquo;t it lovely? Use the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133766" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133766">Crumb Cake Note Cards &amp; Envelopes</a> to create a simply sunny card and you&rsquo;re sure to put a smile on a friend&rsquo;s face.<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]a4571a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/Paper-Pumpkin/pp_sept_alternates-1.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="PP_Sept_alternates-1" title="PP_Sept_alternates-1"></span><br> <br>
Now is a great time to stock up on <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=%20143411" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=%20143411">refills</a> so you can keep using the treat tubes for more projects this season. They&rsquo;d be great filled with bath salts as a stocking stuffer or neighbor gift. Grab yours now before they disappear.<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]b2571a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/Paper-Pumpkin/pp_bogo_succeed-weekly_end-date.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="PP_BOGO_Succeed-Weekly_end-date" title="PP_BOGO_Succeed-Weekly_end-date"><br> </span><br> <p>Speaking of disappearing, our BOGO offer will disappear on October 10! First-time subscribers can buy the October kit at regular price and get the November kit for <strong>FREE</strong>! Contact your demonstrator and use promo code &ldquo;BOGO&rdquo; at PaperPumpkin.com to get started. If you&rsquo;re already a subscriber, be sure to tell your friends about this amazing offer before it&rsquo;s too late!</p> <span style="font-size: 9px;">*<span style="font-size: 10px;">Fine Print: For first-time subscribers only, not valid on prepaid subscriptions. Offer invalid if subscription is suspended or cancelled during the first two months. After that, the subscription will continue for $19.95 USD/$26.95 CAD + tax per month (shipping included) unless cancelled or suspended. Offer ends October 10, 2016.</span></span>urn:uuid:8f6e1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/10/01/make-a-card-send-a-card-show-your-love!User Not FoundMake a card, send a card—show your love!10/1/2016 6:02:28 AM<span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]33581a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/wcmd_blogpost_oct0116_na.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="WCMD_Blogpost_Oct0116_NA" title="WCMD_Blogpost_Oct0116_NA"><br> </span><br> <p>There is no better way to show someone you care like sending handmade card. In a sea of junk mail and bills, a card is a simple thing that really stands out. October 1, 2016, is World Card Making Day and it&rsquo;s a great time to make and send a card to someone to just say hello or give them a little recognition or love! And what&rsquo;s even better is that from October 1-5, cardmaking essentials are up to 25% off. Stock up so you can share your love all year long! Contact your demonstrator to place an order, or shop now!</p> <p>Here&rsquo;s a list of cardmaking staples that are being discounted in celebration of World Card Making Day:</p> <table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="550"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 66px;"> <p><strong>Item </strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 228px;"> <p><strong>Description</strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 79px;"> <p><strong>Discount</strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 156px;"> <p><strong>Retail Price</strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 144px;"> <p><strong>Sale Price</strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 66px;"> <p>138339</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 228px;"> <p>2015-2017 In Color Card stock </p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 79px;"> <p>15% </p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 156px;"> <p>$8 USD/$10 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 144px;"> <p>$6.80 USD/$8.50 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 66px;"> <p>141413</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 228px;"> <p>2016-2018 In Color Card stock </p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 79px;"> <p>15% </p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 156px;"> <p>$8 USD/$10 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 144px;"> <p>$6.80 USD/$8.50 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 66px;"> <p>141697</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 228px;"> <p>2015-2017 In Color Envelope Paper</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 79px;"> <p>25%</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 156px;">$11 USD/$14.50 CAD<br> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 144px;"> <p>$8.25 USD/$10.88 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 66px;"> <p>141698</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 228px;"> <p>2016-2018 In Color Envelope Paper</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 79px;"> <p>25% </p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 156px;"> <p>$11 USD/$14.50 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 144px;"> <p>$8.25 USD/$10.88 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 66px;"> <p>133774</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 228px;"> <p>Envelope Punch Board</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 79px;"> <p>25% </p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 156px;"> <p>$20 USD/$27 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 144px;"> <p>$15 USD/$20.25 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 66px;"> <p>141651</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 228px;"> <p>Designer Tin of Cards Project Kit</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 79px;"> <p>25% </p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 156px;"> <p>$27 USD/$36 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 144px;">$20.25 USD/$27 CAD<br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 66px;"> <p>129027</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 228px;"> <p>Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill &ndash; Buy a Fast Fuse Adhesive (item 129026) and get a Refill for FREE!</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 79px;"> <p>&nbsp;</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 156px;"> <p>$7.50 USD/$10 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 144px;"> <p>FREE with purchase of Fast Fuse Adhesive</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Details</p> <ul> <li>Promotion period: October 1-5, 2016</li> <li>Ordering Deadlines:</li> <ul> <li>Phone/Fax/Mail: October 5, 2016, by 6:50 PM (MT)</li> <li>Online: October 5, 2016, by 11:50 PM (MT)</li> </ul> </ul>urn:uuid:996e1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/10/01/save-on-designer-series-paperUser Not FoundSave on Designer Series Paper10/1/2016 6:02:35 AM<p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]03581a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/b3g1dsp_blogpost_na.png?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="B3G1DSP_BlogPost_NA" title="B3G1DSP_BlogPost_NA"></span><br>
We can all use more Designer Series Paper, so we&rsquo;re confident that you&rsquo;re going to love this news: October 1 through 31, buy three packages of Designer Series Paper and get one free! That means now is a great time to save on some of our most popular paper designs. Contact your demonstrator to place your order, or shop now!</p> <p>Here&rsquo;s a handy list of our current Designer Series Paper you can save on during this promotion:</p> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 67px;"> <p><strong>Item #</strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 276px;"> <p><strong>Product Name</strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 67px;"> <p>141663</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 276px;"> <p>Floral Boutique Designer Series Paper</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 67px;"> <p>141645</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 276px;"> <p>Moroccan Designer Series Paper</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 67px;"> <p>141660</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 276px;"> <p>Fruit Stand Designer Series Paper</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 67px;"> <p>141654</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 276px;"> <p>Blooms &amp; Bliss Designer Series Paper </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 67px;"> <p>141630</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 276px;"> <p>Festive Birthday Designer Series Paper </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 67px;"> <p>141640</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 276px;"> <p>By the Shore Designer Series Paper </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 67px;"> <p>141986</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 276px;"> <p>Presents &amp; Pinecones Designer Series Paper </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 67px;"> <p>141981</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 276px;"> <p>Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Details</strong></p> <ul> <li>Promotion period: October 1&ndash;31, 2016</li> <li>There is no limit to how many times you can buy three packages of Designer Series Paper and get one free.</li> <li>Specialty Designer Series Paper and Designer Series Paper Stacks do not qualify for this promotion and cannot be redeemed through this offer.</li> <li>Designer Series Paper purchased with Stampin&rsquo; Rewards or the Stampin&rsquo; Rewards 50%-off perk does not qualify for the promotion.</li> <li>Designer Series Paper purchased as part of a Starter Kit does not qualify for this promotion.</li> <li><strong>Promotion Deadlines</strong>:
<ul> <li>Phone: October 31, 2016, by 6:50 PM (MT)</li> <li>Online: October 31, 2016, by 11:50 PM (MT</li> </ul> </li> </ul>urn:uuid:4d721a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/10/03/birthday-fiesta-baby-decorUser Not FoundBirthday Fiesta Baby Decor10/3/2016 5:06:44 PM<p>When I saw the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142268&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142268&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Birthday Fiesta Bundle</a>&nbsp;(item 142268) it was love at first sight. It was the perfect mix of bright and fun colors I&rsquo;d been waiting for to give my baby&rsquo;s room a little makeover. That llama! Why is it so perfect?</p> <p>Let&rsquo;s talk about inspiration for a moment. I have a beautiful cotton Tanzanian kikoy that I adore and the Birthday Fiesta colors fit in perfectly. Thanks, Stampin&rsquo; Up!</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]a7711a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/172711a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="1" title="1"></span></p> <p>Let me walk you through these design elements. They&rsquo;re all pretty simple to make but I hope you agree they come together so well!</p> <p><strong>Llama Hanging</strong></p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]b9711a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/2af711a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2" title="2"></span></p> <ol> <li>Stamp the Birthday Fiesta llama in<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140931&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140931&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor"> Basic Black ink</a>&nbsp;(item 140931) over one section of your Stampin&rsquo; Up! brown paper&mdash;yes, the one that&rsquo;s used as packaging in your orders! </li> <li>Use the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141712&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141712&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Large Letters</a>&nbsp;(item 141712) and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140622&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140622&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Large Numbers</a>&nbsp;Framelits Dies (item 140622) for the name and birth date adding the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141968&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141968&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Letters for You</a>&nbsp;(item 141968) and/or <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140653&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140653&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Number of Years</a>&nbsp;(item 140653) Stamp Sets for added interest (if you choose). </li> <li>Use <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138995&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138995&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Tear &amp; Tape Adhesive</a>&nbsp;(item 138995) to adhere your paper top and bottom to a dowel.</li> <li>For hanging I used <a href="https://www.buzzfeed.com/margaretjung/dress-up-boring-dorm-room-walls-with-these-diy-banners?utm_term=.cdJXvo77D#.ltAj2NOOM" src="https://www.buzzfeed.com/margaretjung/dress-up-boring-dorm-room-walls-with-these-diy-banners?utm_term=.cdJXvo77D#.ltAj2NOOM">this</a> video from Nifty using our <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138411&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138411&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Very Vanilla Thick Baker&rsquo;s Twine</a>&nbsp;(item 138411).</li> </ol> <p><strong>Banner &amp; Garland</strong></p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]cb711a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/3c1711a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="3" title="3"></span></p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]dd711a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/4d3711a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="4" title="4"></span></p> <p>Stamp cacti in <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141396&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141396&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Emerald Envy ink</a>&nbsp;(item 141396) and use the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141475&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141475&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Fiesta Time Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 141475) to cut them out. If you want them to sit flat when hanging you&rsquo;ll need to space two little holes near the top and then thread them onto <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=104199&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=104199&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Linen Thread</a>&nbsp;(item 104199).</p> <p>For the garland piece use the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133782&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133782&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">2" Circle Punch</a>&nbsp;(item 133782) to cut five matching circles from the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141630&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141630&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Festive Birthday Designer Series Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 141630). Fold them in half and stick them together to make 3D circles you can string and hang with Linen Thread.</p> <p>As a side note: I framed a 5" x 7" piece of Designer Series Paper. I love it as is! Those colors!</p> <p><strong>Mini Photo Stand</strong></p> <p>(First things first &ndash; don&rsquo;t worry &ndash; the cactus is fake!)</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]ef711a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/5e5711a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="5" title="5"></span></p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]01721a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/default-album/6f7711a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="6" title="6"></span></p> <p>1) Use the Designer Series Paper backing board to cut a piece 3/8" (or 1 cm) larger than your chosen photo. </p> <p>2) To create the front, wrap a piece of Designer Series Paper that is 1"(or 2-1/2 cm) larger than the board around it. Fast Fuse Adhesive (item <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=129026&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=129026&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">129026</a>) is great for this!</p> <p>3) Cover the back with plain cardstock the same size as your photo.</p> <p>4) Use more backing board to cut a right-angled triangle to use as your stand. Mine is about 2" (or 5 cm) at the bottom. Score a line 3/8" (or 1 cm) in&mdash;on the slanted edge&mdash;for sticking it on.</p> <p>5) Snip off the tip of your triangle if it&rsquo;s too long. You&rsquo;re going to need room for your clip.</p> <p>6) Cut a slit in the small flap of the triangle you scored so you can fold half of it to the left and half to the right when you stick it on. This helps the stand part to stay centered. </p> <p>7) Clip your photo on using a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141673&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141673&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=Birthday-Fiesta-Baby-Decor">Gold Binder Clip</a>&nbsp;(item 141673) and embellish with a bow of twine. You can swap your photo to something else later or stick it down if you want it to be permanent.&nbsp;</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]13721a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/709721a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="7" title="7"></span></p> <p>I hope you&rsquo;re feeling inspired! I&rsquo;m off to look for some cute llama art for the other wall!</p> <p>Susan Wong</p>
Artisan Design Team 2015&ndash;2016urn:uuid:177c1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/10/10/the-happiest-mail-everUser Not FoundThe Happiest Mail Ever!10/10/2016 11:47:56 PM<p>What&rsquo;s more fun than checking your mailbox expecting to find bills and ads, but instead finding a fun red box that has everything you need to sit down and create? That&rsquo;s a pretty fantastic mail day. </p> <p>That&rsquo;s exactly what you can get right now when you sign up for Paper Pumpkin, Stampin&rsquo; Up!&rsquo;s monthly crafting subscription kit. Even better&mdash;first -time subscribers who sign up for Paper Pumpkin by October 10 will get their second month for FREE!</p> <p>Not sure if Paper Pumpkin is for you? Check out all of the great projects our artists were able to make using September&rsquo;s Paper Pumpkin kit&mdash;then imagine the fun you could have with October&rsquo;s!</p> <p>Gift a pie&mdash;no oven needed!<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]907b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/1867b1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="1" title="1"></span></p> <p>Hot chocolate, anyone?<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]a27b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/2987b1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2" title="2"></span></p> <p>Simple and sweet neighbor gift<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]b47b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/3aa7b1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="3" title="3"></span></p> <p>Spreading Christmas cheer<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]c67b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/4bc7b1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="4" title="4"></span><br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]d87b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/5ce7b1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="5" title="5"></span></p> <p>Ready to ring in the New Year<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]ea7b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/6e07b1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="6" title="6"></span></p> <p>Just because<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]fc7b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/7f27b1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="7" title="7"></span></p> <p>Check out Brandi Barnard on a local Utah lifestyle show talking about why now is the best time to sign up for Paper Pumpkin. </p> <p><iframe frameborder="0" scrolling="no" src="http://eplayer.clipsyndicate.com/embed/iframe?aspect_ratio=3x2&amp;auto_start=0&amp;pf_id=9207&amp;rel=3&amp;show_title=0&amp;va_id=6599995&amp;volume=8&amp;windows=1" width="500" height="281"></iframe></p>urn:uuid:13891a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/10/24/shooting-starsUser Not FoundShooting Stars10/24/2016 11:00:00 AM<p>What&rsquo;s better than a handmade card? How about one with a fun interactive element&mdash;like a slider? Making these cards can be easy using Stampin' Up!'s <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141820&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141820&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Sliding Star Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 141820).</p> <p>While you could use these Framelits with just about any stamp, I've chosen to feature the coordinating <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141619&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141619&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Shooting Star Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 141619) and create a little galaxy-inspired theme to share with you today.<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]0d7b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/1037b1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="1" title="1"></span></p> <p>I started with a panel of <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=122959&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=122959&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Watercolor Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 122959) and applied a wash of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126952&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126952&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Tempting Turquoise</a>&nbsp;(item 126952) and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126969&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126969&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Elegant Eggplant</a>&nbsp;(item 126969) inks using an&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=103954&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=103954&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Aqua Painter</a>&nbsp;(item 103954). Once the paper was completely dry, I stamped a few of the small stars in <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=101731&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=101731&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Whisper White Craft ink</a>&nbsp;(item 101731) and then cut the arch track.&nbsp;</p> <p>I embellished the card using the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142034&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142034&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Confetti Celebration Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 142034) star, which was stamped on <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=101910&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=101910&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Shimmery White Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item 101910) in Tempting Turquoise ink and then fussy cut. I also added the &ldquo;It's your day!&rdquo; from this same set stamped in Elegant Eggplant ink.&nbsp;</p> <p>The shooting star and moon were stamped on Shimmery White Cardstock in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102283&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=102283&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">VersaMark ink</a>&nbsp;(item 102283) and embossed using <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109131&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109131&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Silver Stampin&rsquo; Emboss Powder</a>&nbsp;(item 109131) and the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=129053&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=129053&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Heat Tool</a>&nbsp;(item 129053). &nbsp;</p> <p>I added a little more watercoloring to the tail of the star, plus some <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=127845&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=127845&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Silver Sparkle Dazzling Details</a>&nbsp;(item 127845). Then I followed this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzCqWgZ7hwY" target="_blank" src="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzCqWgZ7hwY">great tutorial</a>&nbsp;by Stampin' Up! to put everything together</p> <p>This card was so much fun to make that I decided to try one with a full circle track, too.</p> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]1f7b1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/2157b1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2" title="2"><br> <br> </span> <p>This time I cut the tail off the star to help it spin more smoothly and not get caught on my layered embellishments and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138402&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138402&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=shooting-stars">Silver Metallic Thread </a>(item 138402) loops in the center.</p> <p>I hope you've enjoyed these fun designs and that they inspire you to give your own spinner cards a try!</p> <p>Jennifer Frost<br>
Artisan Design Team 2015&ndash;2016</p>urn:uuid:b1891a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/10/24/october-paper-pumpkin-season-of-gratitudeUser Not FoundOctober Paper Pumpkin: Season of Gratitude 10/24/2016 12:00:00 PMThe Season of Gratitude Kit includes everything you need to shake things up with eight fabulous fall shaker cards! They say you should &ldquo;throw kindness around like confetti,&rdquo; but we think it would be fun to &ldquo;throw gratitude around like falling leaves&rdquo; too&mdash;this is the kit to help you do that!&nbsp;<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]e47d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/Paper-Pumpkin/october_pp.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="October_PP" title="October_PP"><br> </span><br> <p>Watch a quick video on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/paperpumpkin" src="https://www.youtube.com/paperpumpkin">YouTube channel</a> to see how fun it is to create these cards. You can follow the instructions to complete your Paper Pumpkin project as shown in the video, or you can use your creativity to come up with something new. Here are some ideas to get you started. </p>
First, if you fold the card base, you can create a tiny treat bag and a shaker tag. This project uses all supplies from the kit.&nbsp;<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]f27d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/Paper-Pumpkin/october_pp_1.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="October_PP_1" title="October_PP_1"><br> </span><br> <p>We&rsquo;re going totally nuts over this next project! Tie in some of your favorite Stampin&rsquo; Up! products like the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139681" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139681">Acorn Builder Punch</a> and the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141642" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141642">Serene Scenery Designer Series Paper Stack</a> to create a cute little acorn card.&nbsp;</p> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]007e1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/Paper-Pumpkin/october_pp_2.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="October_PP_2" title="October_PP_2"><br> </span><br>
Finally, be sure you hang on to your stamp set so you can keep on creating with it long after you finish your kit. The sentiments in this set work for so many occasions!&nbsp;<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]0e7e1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/Paper-Pumpkin/october_pp_3.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="October_PP_3" title="October_PP_3"><br> </span><br>
Raise your hand if you are falling for the Season of Gratitude kit? We totally get it! Pick up your <a href="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143597" src="http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143597">refills here</a>, while supplies last, and make it the best season ever!urn:uuid:858f1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/10/25/dia-de-los-muertos-party-decorUser Not FoundDía de los Muertos Party Décor10/25/2016 3:00:00 PM<p>Hello, friends! Autumn is here&mdash;leaves are changing, there's a chill in the air, and Halloween (a favorite at our house!) is just around the corner. And if you happen to be looking for a different look this Halloween, I've got you covered! November 1 is the first day of a Mexican holiday known as D&iacute;a de los Muertos or Day of the Dead (celebrated to honor loved ones who have passed) and the colors associated with it are bright and festive.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]ec881a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/1e2881a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="1" title="1"></span></p> <p>In fact, sugar skulls&mdash;a traditional symbol of D&iacute;a de los Muertos&mdash;have taken over Halloween decorations in the last year or two, and since the holiday catalog&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142245&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142245&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor">Mr. Funny Bones Stamp Set</a> (item 142245) includes a teeny tiny sugar skull&mdash;it got my gears turning. I decided to whip up a party theme based around Day of the Dead d&eacute;cor&mdash;the bright colors, the bold sugar skulls&mdash;and it&rsquo;s so much fun! Halloween doesn't have to be dark and spooky; why not make it bright and colorful?</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]ea891a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/2e0891a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2" title="2"></span></p> <p>I started with a color pallet, and for me, there's no better way to go bright than with one of my all-time favorite color combinations: Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, and Bermuda Bay. A few touches of silver and black&mdash;with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141695&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141695&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor">Basic Black Metallic Thread</a> (item 141695), <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142015&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142015&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor">Silver 3/8" Glitter Ribbon</a> (item 142015), and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135314&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135314&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor">Silver Glimmer Paper</a> (item 135314)&mdash;added some bling. (Because no party is complete without bling!) And all of my stamps are from the fabulous Mr. Funny Bones Stamp Set; that tiny sugar skull stamp inspired it all!</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]10891a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/306891a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="3" title="3"></span></p> <p>One of my favorite ways to add texture and dimension to a project is with decorative masks&mdash;and this fabulous teardrop design from <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141848&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141848&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor">Seasonal Decorative Masks</a> (item 141848) is perfect for Halloween. Doesn't it remind you of ghosts?</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]fc891a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/4f2891a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="4" title="4"></span></p> <p>The <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor">Layering Circle Framelits Dies</a> (item 141705) were integral in creating each of the items featured here&mdash;I used them for every single project! The tiny scalloped edge in a contrasting color makes for such a sharp frame, and these Framelits make them perfectly in a variety of sizes.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]0e8a1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/5048a1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="5" title="5"></span></p> <p>I've used another of my favorite tricks throughout this collection as well&mdash;custom-made black embossing powder. Simply stamp your image in <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140931&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140931&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor">Basic Black Archival ink</a> (item 140931), cover with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109130&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109130&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=dia-de-los-muertos-party-decor">Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder</a> (item 109130), shake off the excess, and heat set. Voil&agrave;! A bright, shiny, crisp black image.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]348a1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/62a8a1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="6" title="6"></span></p> <p>Thank you so much for joining me today. I hope Mr. Funny Bones has inspired YOU to change up your Halloween party d&eacute;cor this year!</p> <p>Cheers!</p> <p>Shannon Lane<br>
Artisan Design Team 2015&ndash;2016</p>urn:uuid:7da31a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/10/31/pretty-little-pumpkinsUser Not FoundPretty Little Pumpkins 10/31/2016 4:48:50 PM<p>For my second &ldquo;wow&rdquo; project as a Stampin&rsquo; Up! Artisan Design Team member, I decided to do something seasonal&mdash;and thought I&rsquo;d go with pumpkins! They&rsquo;re easy to make, are quite versatile, and they can be used for many occasions. Think: fall, Halloween, or all year round if the color matches your d&eacute;cor.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]e6a21a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/1dca21a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="1" title="1"></span></p> <p>Here&rsquo;s how to make them: Just cut eight identical circles using the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143263&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143263&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins">Big Shot</a>&nbsp;(item 143263) and one of the circle dies from the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins">Layering Circles Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 141705).</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]f8a21a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/step-1eea21a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="step-1" title="step-1"></span></p> <p>Now fold them in half and adhere them together using <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=110755&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=110755&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins">Multipurpose Liquid Glue</a>&nbsp;(item 110755).</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]0aa31a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/step-200a31a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="step-2" title="step-2"></span></p> <p>To make it look like a pumpkin, cut the bottom of the circles.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]1ca31a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/step-312a31a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="step-3" title="step-3"></span></p> <p>For the stem, cut a small strip from <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133674&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133674&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins">Kraft Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item 133674).</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]2ea31a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/step-424a31a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="step-4" title="step-4"></span></p> <p>Coil the strip from the wide side, twist it, then push it into the top of the pumpkin.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]40a31a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/step-536a31a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="step-5" title="step-5"></span></p> <p>Next, make the curly vine. Cut a small strip from <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=100730&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=100730&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins">Whisper White Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item 100730) and wrap it around a pen to curl it.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]52a31a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/step-648a31a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="step-6" title="step-6"></span></p> <p>Now adhere the vine to the stem using <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=103683&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=103683&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins">Mini Glue Dots</a>&nbsp;(item 103683). Our pumpkin is done!</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]64a31a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/25aa31a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2" title="2"></span></p> <p>You can, of course, create this pumpkin in different sizes or shapes&mdash;such as ovals, for example, using the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141706&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141706&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=pretty-little-pumpkins">Layering Ovals Framelits dies</a>&nbsp;(item 141706). You could also make apples; just use small leaves instead of a curly vine.</p> <p>I hope you liked this little tutorial and that you&rsquo;ll have fun using it!</p> <p>Steffi Helmschrott<br>
Artisan Design Team 2015&ndash;2016</p> <em>*Steffi Helmschrott, from Germany, is one of our talented Artisan Design Team members.</em>urn:uuid:05a51a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/11/01/create-projects-stitched-from-the-heartUser Not FoundCreate Projects Stitched From the Heart11/1/2016 6:09:40 AM<span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]389d1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/North-America-Demo/stitchframelit_blogpost_en.png?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="StitchFramelit_BlogPost_EN" title="StitchFramelit_BlogPost_EN"><br> </span><br>
Not only are stitches a classic trend, they illustrate the quality, precision, and extra care taken when creating a piece. When you give a stitched gift it shows just how much you value that relationship. Starting November 1, you can purchase Stitched Shapes Framelits ahead of their official release in the 2017-2018 annual catalog! With Stitched Shapes Framelits you can make thoughtful paper stitches in seconds, turning any project into one that is stitched from the heart. And during the month of November, coordinating stamp sets are 25% off! But don&rsquo;t worry&hellip;Stitched Shapes Framelits will still be available for purchase after November 30.<br> <br> <table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p><strong>Item </strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p><strong>Description</strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p><strong>Retail Price</strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p><strong>Sale Price</strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>145372</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies&mdash;set of 12 dies which includes four circles, ovals, and squares</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$30 USD/ $40 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>No discount</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>142069 (HC p. 11)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Greetings From Santa Wood-mount Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$27 USD/ $35 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$20.25 USD/ $26.25 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>143269 (HC p. 11)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Greetings From Santa Clear-mount Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$19 USD/ $25 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$14.25 USD/ $18.75 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>142114 (HC p. 15)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Hang Your Stocking Photopolymer Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$21 USD/ $26 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$15.75 USD/ $19.50 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>142049 (HC p. 19)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Christmas Pines Photopolymer Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$35 USD/ $43 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$26.25 USD/ $32.25 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>142142 (HC p. 23)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Merry Mice Wood-mount Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$23 USD/ $30 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$17.25 USD/ $22.50 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>142145 (HC p. 23)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Merry Mice Clear-mount Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$17 USD/ $22 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$12.75 USD/ $16.50 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>142180 (HC p. 33)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Tin of Tags Photopolymer Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$21 USD/ $26 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$15.75 USD/ $19.50 CAD </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>142206 (HC p. 43)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Suite Season Wood-mount Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$28 USD/ $36 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$21 USD/ $27 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>142209 (HC p. 43)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Suite Season Clear-mount Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$20 USD/ $27 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$15 USD/ $20.25 CAD </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>140386 (AC p. 31)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Oh, What Fun Photopolymer Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$21 USD/ $26 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$15.75 USD/ $19.50 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>141859 (AC p. 61)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Baby Bear Photopolymer Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$26 USD/ $32 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$19.50 USD/ $24 CAD</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 175px;"> <p>141784 (AC p. 139)</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 306px;"> <p>Blooms &amp; Wishes Photopolymer Stamp Set</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 84px;"> <p>$21 USD/ $26 CAD</p> </td> <td valign="top" style="width: 73px;"> <p>$15.75 USD/ $19.50 CAD</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>*AC refers to the annual catalog; HC refers to the holiday catalog. </p> <p>Details:</p> <ul> <li>Stitched Shapes Framelits available beginning November 1, 2016</li> <li>November 1-30, 2016: select stamp sets 25% off</li> <li>Stamp sets also available in French</li> <li>Ordering Deadline (25% off stamp sets): November 30, 2016, by 11:50 PM (MT)<br> <br> </li> </ul> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryid=10300" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryid=10300">Click here</a>&nbsp;to purchase your Stitched Shapes Framelits and stamp sets today!</p>urn:uuid:95b61a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/11/14/stitched-shapes-made-simpleUser Not FoundStitched Shapes Made Simple11/14/2016 3:00:00 PM<p>I have been stamping and paper crafting for seventeen years, so believe me when I tell you that the new <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=145372&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=145372&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 145372) are destined to be an essential item in your die cutting arsenal.&nbsp; So how could something so simple be so amazing?&nbsp; Because they <em>are</em> so simple! The set includes four sizes of three fundamental shapes (circles, squares, and rectangles). You use them just like you would any other circle, square, or rectangle die. The stitching on the edges adds so much interest to your basic shapes that you will want to use them on practically every project you create. Let me show you some things I made using this incredible die set.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]2fb01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/125b01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="1" title="1"></span></p> <p>The sentiment on this card was stamped using the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142180&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142180&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Tin of Tags Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 142180) and die cut using one of the circles in the Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies. Then I placed it on a scalloped circle from the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Layering Circles Framelits</a>&nbsp;(item 141705) before attaching it to my card. Notice how the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141708&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141708&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Layering Circles, Layering Squares</a>&nbsp;(item 141708), and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141706&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141706&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Layering Ovals</a>&nbsp;(item 141706) Framelits Dies work perfectly with the Stitched Shapes Framelits.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]41b01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/237b01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2" title="2"></span></p> <p>They also look great when you add them to our other products. The box on the left was made using the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142000&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142000&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">White Gift Boxes</a>&nbsp;(item 142000).</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]53b01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/349b01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="3" title="3"></span></p> <p>Notice how I paired them with the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141506&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141506&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Birthday Banners Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 141506) and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141488&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141488&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Bunch of Banners Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 141488). I love how the stitching on the banner coordinates with the stitching on the dies. The box on the right was made from the clear acetate sleeves that come with the boxes. I just made a bottom and top from cardstock and then decorated it using the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141991&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141991&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Warmth &amp; Cheer Designer Series Paper Stack</a>&nbsp;(item 141991). I also used the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140653&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140653&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Number of Years Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 140653) along with the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140622&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140622&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Large Numbers Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 140622) to turn them into great Advent gift boxes.</p> <p>Here&rsquo;s a project you can make just using the squares from the Stitched Framelits and a few additional supplies. Isn&rsquo;t this little Christmas tree adorable?</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]97b01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/48db01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="4" title="4"></span></p> <p>Here is how I made this fun holiday d&eacute;cor piece.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]a9b01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/59fb01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="5" title="5"></span></p> <p>I started by using hot glue to add a 6" skewer to a vintage thread spool.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]bbb01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/6b1b01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="6" title="6"></span></p> <p>Then I cut four squares of each size, marked the centers, then punched holes in the centers. Next, I turned them over and added some distressing to the edges with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126974&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=126974&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Early Espresso</a>&nbsp;ink (item 126974) and a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141337&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141337&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Stamping Sponge</a>&nbsp;(item 141337).</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]cdb01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/7c3b01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="7" title="7"></span></p> <p>Then it was just a matter of sliding on the squares from largest to smallest and tying pieces of ribbon between each layer. I cut two stars with the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133723&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133723&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Stars Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 133723) to cover the pointed tip of the skewer. Streamers made with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=104199&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=104199&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Linen Thread</a>&nbsp;(item 104199) add a nice touch. Finally, I added a stitched circle to the base for stability and a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141701&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141701&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Delicate White Doily</a>&nbsp;(item 141701) as a tree skirt. <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141998&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141998&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=stitched-shapes-made-simple">Mica Flakes</a>&nbsp;(item 141998) make great snowy accents when sprinkled on top and around the base.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]dfb01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/8d5b01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="8" title="8"></span></p> <p>Order your Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies today! I know you&rsquo;re going to love them as much as I do!</p> <p>Connie Collins<br>
Artisan Design Team 2015­&ndash;2016</p>urn:uuid:c3bf1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/11/21/november-paper-pumpkin-wonderful-winterlandUser Not FoundNovember Paper Pumpkin Wonderful Winterland11/21/2016 3:00:00 PMWe love all our kits, but we are especially excited about the Wonderful Winterland Kit! We changed the box to match the kit, it&rsquo;s holiday cards, includes two Classic Stampin&rsquo; Spots, and it&rsquo;s unlike anything we&rsquo;ve done before in Paper Pumpkin. The laser cut pieces are similar to Edgelits and give the cards wonderful depth and character. As you layer the houses and trees with dimensionals, a lovely little landscape takes shape and helps you feel right at home for the holidays.<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]4fba1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/pp_nov_intended_use.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="PP_Nov_Intended_Use" title="PP_Nov_Intended_Use"><br> </span><br>
And since we know it&rsquo;s on your wishlist, here are some more projects for you to try. (Because ideas are just like presents under the tree; the more the better!)<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]5fba1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/pp_nov_4.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="PP_Nov_4" title="PP_Nov_4"><br> </span><br>
First up is something you can make with the contents of the kit if you decide to make something different than traditional cards. It&rsquo;s a tiny little treat holder that is just about the most adorable thing you&rsquo;ve ever seen! Use a card base to make a matchbox-style holder and slip in a peppermint pattie. It&rsquo;s the perfect little treat for a friend or loved one.<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]6fba1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/pp_nov_3.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="PP_Nov_3" title="PP_Nov_3"><br> </span><br>
You know those days when all you want to do is sit by the window with a cup of hot cocoa and watch the snow falling outside? That about sums up this shaker card. Use your Big Shot and some fun supplies like the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141708" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141708">Layering Squares Framelits</a>, <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141825" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141825">Foam Adhesive Strips</a>, <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141998" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141998">Mica Flakes Trio Pack</a>, and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/searchresults.aspx" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/searchresults.aspx">Window Sheets</a> to recreate this beauty.<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]7fba1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/pp_nov_1.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="PP_Nov_1" title="PP_Nov_1"></span><br> <br>
If the weather outside is frightful, stay in and stamp this next card. Use the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139672" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139672">Softly Falling Textrured Impressions Embossing Folder</a> and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141705">Layering Circles Framelits Dies</a> along with a touch of silver ribbon from the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142015" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142015">3/8" Glitter Ribbon Combo Pack</a> for a card that&rsquo;s sure to warm someone&rsquo;s heart this season.&nbsp;<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]8fba1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/pp_nov_2.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="PP_Nov_2" title="PP_Nov_2"></span><br> <br>
And since it&rsquo;s the season of giving, why not consider giving yourself some <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143598" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143598">Wonderful Winterland Refill Kits</a> today so you can keep on spreading holiday cheer. Refills are available now, while supplies last.&nbsp;urn:uuid:6bbf1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/11/21/don-t-miss-these-hot-deals-during-online-extravaganza!User Not FoundDon’t Miss These Hot Deals During Online Extravaganza!11/21/2016 4:43:08 PM<span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]52ab1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=20500" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=20500"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/North-America-Demo/onlineex_blogpost_nov2116.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="OnlineEx_Blogpost_Nov2116" title="OnlineEx_Blogpost_Nov2116"></a><br> <br>
Do you love a great sale? If so, we&rsquo;ve got one for you! From November 21-28 you can save up to 40% on select products during Online Extravaganza. To make things even better, there will be 24-hour sales on the first and last day of the promotion, featuring special products available for that day only. Check out all the great products you can get at a discount, including several that are on the holiday catalog retiring list. Make sure to get everything you want before it&rsquo;s gone!<br> </span><br> <strong>Shop now!</strong> (<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=10500" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=10500">US</a>&nbsp;l <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=20500" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=20500">CA</a>)<br> <br> <br> <br>urn:uuid:9bcd1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/11/23/demonstrator-support-innovation-dayUser Not FoundDemonstrator Support Innovation Day11/23/2016 10:29:01 PM<span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]50cc1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/picture7.png?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Picture7" title="Picture7"><br> </span><br> <p>Each Innovation Day a group of Demonstrator Support agents is selected to work together and plan a day full of training and learning&mdash;with a touch of fun! During October&rsquo;s Innovation Day we had an awesome team who wanted to give the rest of the agents a little challenge to shake things up a bit.</p> <p>We selected products with plenty of inventory and told the agents to create cards based on the inventory we had carefully selected. With the holidays coming up, Christmas was the main theme, but some agents created cards that can be used throughout the year&mdash;as well as one for Halloween!</p>
We spent the entire morning making cards.&nbsp;<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]60cc1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs1.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS1" title="SBS1"><br> </span><br>
We were really impressed with the amount of creativity they displayed, especially since a majority of the products they used weren&rsquo;t Christmas-specific.&nbsp;<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]70cc1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs2.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS2" title="SBS2"><br> </span><br> <p>Here is a list of the products we used. </p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140550&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140550&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Blushing Bride Glimmer Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 140550)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141648&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141648&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Pop of Pink Specialty Designer Series Paper</a>&nbsp;(item 141648)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=127845&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=127845&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Silver Sparkle Dazzling Details</a>&nbsp;(item 127845)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133756&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133756&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Silver Stampin&rsquo; Glitter </a>(item 133756)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=134583&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=134583&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Gold 1/8" Ribbon</a>&nbsp;(item 134583)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138394&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138394&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Metal Rimmed Pearls</a>&nbsp;(item 138394)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138390&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=138390&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Metallics Sequin Assortment</a>&nbsp;(item 138390)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141483&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141483&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Duet Banner Punch</a>&nbsp;(item 141483)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139682&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139682&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Festive Flower Punch</a>&nbsp;(item 139682)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140625&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140625&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Botanical Builder Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 140625)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139672&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139672&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Softly Falling Textured Impressions Embossing Folders</a>&nbsp;(item 139672)</p> <p><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140278&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140278&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=demonstrator-support-innovation-day">Santa&rsquo;s Sleigh Thinlits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 140278)</p>
We also used leftovers from past Innovation Days (e.g. Whisper White Note Cards and Envelopes, Real Red Cardstock, etc.).<br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]16cd1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs3.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS3" title="SBS3"><br> </span><br> <p>Who knew you could use Blushing Bride Glimmer Paper to make a Christmas tree? Or Silver Stampin&rsquo; Glitter to make snow-frosted houses and lights? </p>
Needless to say, the day was successful and the agents enjoyed the challenge. We were so impressed with some of the cards that we decided to spotlight a few of them&mdash;as well as the agents who made them!<br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]26cd1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs4.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS4" title="SBS4"><br> </span><br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]36cd1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs5.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS5" title="SBS5"><br> </span><br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]46cd1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS6" title="SBS6"><br> <br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]56cd1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs7.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS7" title="SBS7"><br> </span><br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]66cd1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs8.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS8" title="SBS8"><br> </span><br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]76cd1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs9.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS9" title="SBS9"><br> </span><br> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]86cd1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/sbs10.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="SBS10" title="SBS10"><br> </span><br> </span> <p>Just for fun, we challenge you to make cards or projects using the same products. Let&rsquo;s see what you can do! </p> <p>Love, </p> <p>Demonstrator Support Innovation Day Team<br> <em>Macey, Nicole, Lana, Kelsey, and Danielle&nbsp;</em></p>urn:uuid:a3d61a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/11/29/we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!User Not FoundWe Wish You A Hygge Christmas!11/29/2016 5:39:06 PM<p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]89ca1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/valerie-moody-corp-post-image-1.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 1" title="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 1"></span></p> <p>So, it&rsquo;s mid-November. The leaves are falling, we&rsquo;ve turned back the clocks, and the nights are drawing in. I personally love this time of year! It&rsquo;s an excuse to get cozy at home with my family and enjoy those warming comforts we all love. Perhaps a roaring fire, a warm blanket, or a mug of hot chocolate? The Danish call this state of warm, cozy happiness hygge (pronounced &ldquo;hooga&rdquo;).</p> <p>Typically at this time of year our thoughts turn to the upcoming holidays, and I wanted to incorporate this hygge feeling into my gifts this year. Stampin&rsquo; Up! has a wide variety of products in their catalogs to help us create warm and happy gifts for our friends and family, and I thought I&rsquo;d share my hot chocolate gift creation with you today.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]99ca1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/valerie-moody-corp-post-image-2.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 2" title="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 2"></span></p> <p>I created my own &ldquo;gift crate&rdquo; to present my selection of hot chocolate goodies. I made a simple rectangular box from <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=121044&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=121044&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Basic Gray Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item 121044) stamped with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133035&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=133035&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Hardwood Background Stamp</a>&nbsp;(item 133035). I then added <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142020&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142020&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Copper Foil Sheet</a>&nbsp;(item 142020) strips to the corners to give more of a &ldquo;crate&rdquo; feel (while reinforcing the corners at the same time).</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]a9ca1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/valerie-moody-corp-post-image-3.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 3" title="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 3"></span></p> <p>Another great range of products Stampin&rsquo; Up! offers is their assortment of packaging options. I&rsquo;ve used several in my project for my various hot chocolate ingredients. I used a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135826&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=135826&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Petite Caf&eacute; Gift Bag</a>&nbsp;(item 135826) for my hot chocolate mix, a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141699&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141699&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Clear Tiny Treat Box</a>&nbsp;(item 141699) for my chocolate chips, a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141703&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141703&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">2" x 8" Cellophane Bag</a>&nbsp;(item 141703) for my chocolate spoons, and a <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142001&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142001&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">6" x 17" Gusseted Cellophane Bag</a>&nbsp;(item 142001) for the marshmallows (you always need lots of marshmallows)!</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]b9ca1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/valerie-moody-corp-post-image-4.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 4" title="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 4"></span></p> <p>To serve the hot chocolate, I also provided some cups. I took standard hot drink cups and removed the brown sleeve. I then used the sleeve as a template to create my own using <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=131198&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=131198&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Blushing Bride Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item 131198), which I then embossed with the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143537&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=143537&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Cable Knit Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder</a>&nbsp;(item 143537) before wrapping it back around the cup. I mean&mdash;you can&rsquo;t get more warm and cozy than with knitting, can you?</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]c9ca1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/valerie-moody-corp-post-image-5.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 5" title="Valerie Moody Corp Post Image 5"></span></p> <p>Finally, I finished all my items off with tags created using the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=145372&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=145372&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 145372) cut from <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=121045&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=121045&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Basic Black Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item 121045) and tied with <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141683&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141683&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Blushing Bride Solid Baker&rsquo;s Twine</a>&nbsp;(item 141683). I added sentiments from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142040&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142040&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Candy Cane Christmas Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 142040) and heat embossed the tags using <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109132&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=109132&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">White Stampin&rsquo; Emboss Powder</a>&nbsp; (item 109132). The sentiment for my crate is from the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142158&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142158&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=we-wish-you-a-hygge-christmas!">Wonderful Year Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 142158). I created the rectangular tag using the largest square from the Stitched Shape Framelit Dies and the partial die cutting technique.</p> <p>Do you love the Danish idea of hygge, of creating a warm and cozy atmosphere this season surrounded by good friends, good food, and fun times? I sure do, and I wish you all a &ldquo;Hygge Christmas&rdquo;! <br> <br> </p> <p>Valerie Moody<br>
Rugby, UK<br>
Artisan Design Team 2015&ndash;16</p>urn:uuid:79de1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/12/01/year-end-closeoutsUser Not FoundYear-End Closeouts12/1/2016 6:54:41 PM<span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]f7d91a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/yearendcloseout_customer_blogpost_na.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="YearEndCloseout_Customer_BlogPost_NA" title="YearEndCloseout_Customer_BlogPost_NA"></span><br> <br>
Stampin&rsquo; Up! is cleaning out its closets&mdash;and that means deals for you! During our Year-End Closeouts&mdash;December 1, 2016 &ndash; January 3, 2017&mdash;a selection of Stampin&rsquo; Up! products will be discounted up to 60%. Visit the online store now (<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=10600" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=10600">US</a>&nbsp;l <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=20600" target="_blank" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=20600">CA</a>) to order your favorites before they&rsquo;re gone! <br> <br>
&nbsp;Annual catalog items are available only while supplies last.urn:uuid:58e01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/12/01/itty-bitty-ornamentsUser Not FoundItty Bitty Ornaments 12/1/2016 9:15:44 PM<strong></strong> <p>Decorating for the holidays is always a time I treasure. I enjoy dressing up our mantle while my husband sets up the tree, and then we decorate the tree together. It&rsquo;s a really special time for us. This year I&rsquo;ll be adding some adorable itty bitty ornaments to our tree that I&rsquo;ve made using the Big Shot and several of the Thinlits and Framelits Dies from Stampin&rsquo; Up!</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]e3df1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/1d9df1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="1" title="1"></span></p> <p>The <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140279&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140279&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments">Home Sweet Home Thinlits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 140279) are perfect for creating a shadowbox house ornament. Just be sure you don&rsquo;t add the front piece so you can decorate the inside. I used the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141480&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141480&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments">Outdoor Adventure Framelits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 141480) to create a miniature mountain scene and then added some stamped images from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142194&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142194&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments">Mountain Adventure Stamp Set</a>&nbsp;(item 142194). Isn&rsquo;t the little ski chalet perfect?</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]f5df1a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/2ebdf1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2" title="2"></span></p> <p>You can see just how little these ornaments are when placed beside a small decorative tree. The house only measures just over 3" tall!</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]07e01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/3fddf1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="3" title="3"></span></p> <p>The base of this mountain ornament is made with the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140618&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=140618&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments">Pyramid Pals Thinlits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 140618). These Thinlits are SO versatile, and although they make darling animals, they have the potential for so much more!</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]19e01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/40fe01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="4" title="4"></span></p> <p>With a peek inside you can see that I&rsquo;ve used the Outdoor Adventure Framelits and the coordinating stamp set, <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142726&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=142726&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments">Always an Adventure</a>&nbsp;(item 142726), to create my scene. The stamp set and die coordination makes the creative process so much easier for a project like this.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]2be01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/521e01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="5" title="5"></span></p> <p>This last ornament uses the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139666&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=139666&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments">Hearth &amp; Home Thinlits Dies</a>&nbsp;(item 139666) for a snowy view out a window. To create the little box that sits on the back of the window, cut a piece of 4" x 4-1/2&rdquo; <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=100730&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=100730&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments">Whisper White Cardstock</a>&nbsp;(item 100730) and score 1/4" and 3/4" on every side. Fill the little box with your scene&mdash;like trees from the Outdoor Adventure Framelits Dies and a large mountain from the Mountain Adventure Stamp Set&mdash;before gluing the box to the window frame.</p> <p><span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]3de01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/633e01a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="6" title="6"></span></p> <p>A generous application of <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141998&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments" src="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=141998&amp;utm_source=stampin-up-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_content=itty-bitty-ornaments">Mica Flakes</a>&nbsp;(item 141998) to all of your ornaments will make these winter wonderlands even more authentic. And just check out all that sparkle!</p> <p>I hope you&rsquo;ll try creating some of your own itty bitty ornaments using your Big Shot, dies, and stamp sets from Stampin&rsquo; Up!</p> <p>Allison Okamitsu<br>
2015&ndash;2016 Artisan Design Team</p>urn:uuid:b3f01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6http://www2.stampinup.com/home/blog-post/corporate-blog/2016/12/08/today-show-toy-driveUser Not FoundTODAY Show Toy Drive12/8/2016 6:00:04 PM<p>It&rsquo;s that time of year again! That&rsquo;s right, we were so happy to be able to participate in the TODAY Show Toy Drive this year with a $2.5 million dollar product donation. This year marks the 9<sup>th</sup> year we have participated and it is a highlight for me during the holiday season. We know creativity is important for everyone, but especially children. I am so grateful we are able to inspire the creativity of thousands of children through our donation.&nbsp;</p> <p> <div style="position: relative; padding-bottom: calc(56.25% + 50px); height: 0px;"> <iframe style="position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%;" src="http://www.today.com/offsite/stampin-up-donates-more-than-2-million-in-paper-crafting-supplies-to-toy-drive-828086339824" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe> </div> </p> <span data-sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]9bf01a58-3795-661a-8962-ff0000f7f0e6" class="sfImageWrapper"><img src="https://www2.stampinup.com/home/images/default-source/corporate-blog-posts/2016-today-showfbef1a583795661a8962ff0000f7f0e6.jpg?sfvrsn=0" displaymode="Original" alt="2016 Today Show" title="2016 Today Show"></span><br>
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I hope you have a wonderful holiday season!
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Sara